Golumpki Soup

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or ground pork (or mix)

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups cabbage, chopped

• 1 cup uncooked rice

• 1 can (14–15 oz) diced tomatoes

• 4 cups beef broth

• 1 cup tomato sauce

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme

• 1–2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, balances acidity)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Brown the meat
   Heat oil in a large pot. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.

2. Add aromatics
   Stir in onion and garlic. Cook for about 2–3 minutes until soft.

3. Add vegetables & liquid
   Add chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, and spices.

4. Add rice
   Stir in uncooked rice and bring to a boil.

5. Simmer
   Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until rice and cabbage are tender.

6. Adjust flavor
   Taste and add salt, pepper, or brown sugar if needed.

✅ Optional additions

• Carrots or celery for extra vegetables

• A splash of lemon juice for brightness

• Fresh parsley on top

💡 Why people love it

• Same flavor as stuffed cabbage rolls

• Much faster and easier

• Great comfort food for cold weather